AARP South Region Internship
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Job Description
About AARP:
AARP is the nation’s largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for the health, financial security, and personal fulfillment of over 100 million Americans 50 and older and their families. AARP also works in the marketplace, developing new solutions and partnering with select providers of high-quality products and services. They are a trusted source for news and information, publishing AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin, the nation’s largest-circulation publications.
Job Description: AARP South Region Internship (Summer 2025 – End of Year)
This is a paid, fully remote internship available to rising juniors, seniors, graduate students, or post-doctoral students (or recent graduates in a continuing education program) located anywhere in the United States and its territories. The internship focuses on applying strong project management, strategic analysis, and events management skills to benefit AARP’s 50+ community.
Responsibilities:
• Support Regional Leadership: Work closely with the Regional Vice President, Business Integration Director, and other team leaders to support projects and meetings, implementing “test and learn” techniques.
• Project Management & Implementation: Assist in planning and executing special projects to solve problems and promote a nationwide culture; act as a liaison between state offices and National HQ to improve communication. Projects may include:
• Moderating/coordinating virtual/hybrid events/meetings.
• Participating in volunteer engagement efforts/projects.
• Coordinating social media initiatives to enhance the South Region’s online presence.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Contribute to data analysis, writing up findings to identify issues, best practices, and solutions. Develop executive briefings and reports to share knowledge across the region.
• Knowledge Transfer & Collaboration: Participate in meetings and work groups to gain and share knowledge on regional issues and communication processes.
Qualifications:
• Currently enrolled (or recently graduated and in continuing education) in an accredited college/university program as a rising junior, senior, graduate student, or post-doctoral student. Must remain enrolled throughout the internship.
• Commitment to AARP’s goals and a willingness to collaborate.
• Ability to work effectively in a virtual/remote environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams).
• Self-starter, adaptable, able to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks.
• Plus: Familiarity with video creation/editing and various social media platforms.
Compensation and Benefits:
• hourly rate: $18 (undergraduates), $21 (graduate students), $28 (Ph.D. candidates).
• Internship is a non-exempt position and does not include employee benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
AARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. They do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
